Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cask
noun
/kæsk/
Definition
A large container made of wood, metal, or other materials, used for storing liquids, especially alcoholic beverages.
Examples
- The wine was carefully stored in an oak cask for several years.
- Brewers often age their beers in casks to enhance the flavor.
- He tapped the cask to pour a pint of ale for the guests.
Meaning
Cask refers to a barrel-like structure primarily used for aging or transporting liquids, commonly found in breweries and wineries.
Synonyms
- barrel
- vat
- keg
- container
